The Honduran national team, known as “La Selección Catracha,” is set to challenge Mexico’s national team, often referred to as “El Tri,” in the first leg of the Quarterfinals of the Concacaf Nations League. This match will take place on Honduran soil, and is generating significant anticipation among fans.
For this upcoming match, Mexican coach Javier Aguirre has made alterations to his squad compared to the recent friendlies against Canada and the United States, bringing back players Jesús Gallardo and Julián Quiñones. Notably, Cruz Azul contributes the most players to the roster, with six representatives including Ángel Sepúlveda and Alexis Gutiérrez, along with regulars like Luis Romo, Charly Rodríguez, Erick Lira, and Jorge Sánchez.
The atmosphere at the Estadio Francisco Morazán in San Pedro Sula is expected to be intense, as a full stadium is anticipated to support the home team, adding to the pressure on the visiting squad.
Match details are as follows:
– Date: Friday, November 15
– Venue: Estadio Francisco Morazán, San Pedro Sula
– Time: The match is scheduled to kick off at 8:00 PM Central Mexico Time, which corresponds to 9:00 PM Eastern Time in the United States and 6:00 PM Pacific Time.
Fans can watch the match in Mexico on Canal 5, TUDN, and ViX, while viewers in the United States can tune in via Univision, TUDN, tudn.com, the TUDN app, and ViX.
In previous encounters during the Concacaf Nations League, Mexico and Honduras faced off in a thrilling Quarterfinal at Estadio Azteca, where Luis Chávez scored a stunning goal, and Edson Álvarez later equalized to take the match to penalties. Ultimately, Mexico triumphed in the shootout, securing their place in Copa América.
This match is not just a battle for advancement in a prestigious tournament but is also a chance for both teams to demonstrate their talent and resilience on an international stage. As the tournament progresses, there’s hope that both teams can showcase their best skills, providing a thrilling spectacle for fans across North America.